Historical Events
- An earthquake in western Iran measuring 6.5 on the Richter scale kills more than 261 people.
- WLAF World Bowl 10, Rheinstadion, Düsseldorf: Berlin Thunder beats Rhein Fire, 26-20
Famous Deaths
- Ann Landers [Eppie Lederer], American advice columnist "Ask Ann Landers," twin sister of fellow advice columnist "Dear Abby" (Abigail Van Buren), dies of bone marrow cancer at 83
- Darryl Kile, American baseball pitcher (MLB All-Star 1993, 97, 2000; no-hitter 1993; Houston Astros), dies of coronary disease at 33
Died in 2002 2002 Highlights
About June 22, 2002
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 10 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Foolish - Ashanti
- #1 Song: A Little Less Conversation - Elvis Vs Jxl